Kristine Sorensen KDKA News: Biography, Age, Husband, CBS

Kristine Sorensen CBS, KDKA-TV Biography

Kristine Sorensen is an award-winning journalist currently serving as a news anchor and reporter at KDKA-TV in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Before joining KDKA, she worked as a reporter and news anchor in Dallas, Texas. She anchors the KDKA-TV News at 5 p.m. and also reports Kidsburgh stories, focusing on positive aspects in the community for kids and families.

Kristine stands at an average height of 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 meters). She attended and graduated from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism with a Master’s Degree in Journalism. Additionally, she holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Government with a minor in dance from the College of William and Mary in Virginia. Kristine also has a graduate marketing certificate from Southern Methodist University.

On October 28, 2020, Kristine underwent successful foot surgery. She had synthetic cartilage put in the big toe joint and the bone spur was removed due to arthritis in the big toe joint.

• Interests and Community Involvement:

  • Kristine enjoys reading, playing tennis, gardening, and immersing herself in Pittsburgh’s cultural institutions.
  • She has been passionate about dance since childhood and performed with dance companies for 10 years. In 2013, she even had a solo performance with Bodiography Contemporary Ballet company at the Byham Theater.
  • Kristine actively volunteers in the community. In 2022, she received the “Paramount Impact Award” for her community service. She co-founded a club with her son at his middle school to raise money for children in Ukraine.
  • She served on the Board of Trustees for the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre for a decade and has written about dance for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
  • Kristine supports various causes, including the March of Dimes, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, and Variety the Children’s Charity.

Age, Zodiac sign, Ethnicity, Nationality

• Kristine Sorensen was born on September 23, 1971, in Winter Park, Florida, United States. As of 2024, she is 52 years old.
• She holds American nationality and citizenship by birth. Kristine was born and raised in Winter Park, Florida, and belongs to the white ethnic group.

Parents and Siblings

While information about her parents, including her mother, father, and siblings, is not publicly known, Kristine was born and raised in Winter Park, Florida.

Husband

Kristine is happily married to her husband Marty Griffin, an American investigative reporter and radio talk show host working for KDKA-TV and KDKA-AM radio in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The couple has three children: two daughters named Sophia and Chloe, and a son named Vincent.

Career and Background:

• • Kristine Sorensen joined KDKA as a reporter and anchor in April 2003.
  • She anchors KDKA News at 5 p.m. and hosts special reports and Kidsburgh stories in partnership with Kidsburgh.org. These stories highlight positive aspects of the community for kids and families.
  • For 11 years, Kristine also hosted “Pittsburgh Today Live” on KDKA.
  • Before joining KDKA, she worked as a reporter and anchor in Dallas, Texas.
  • Kristine holds a Master’s Degree in Journalism from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism and a Bachelor’s Degree in Government with a minor in dance from the College of William and Mary in Virginia.
  • She also received a graduate marketing certificate from Southern Methodist University and has taught at Point Park University as an adjunct professor.

• Emmy Award and Other Recognitions:

  • Kristine won a Mid-Atlantic Emmy Award for Features Reporter for Human Interest Stories. Her Kidsburgh reports covered heartwarming topics, including a colorful crossing guard, children in “A Musical Christmas Carol,” and a boy with Autism who learned to speak using a special iPad speaking device. One of these stories went viral online and reached over 2 million people.
  • She has also received an Edward R. Murrow award for reporting and an AP Award for hosting “Pittsburgh Today Live,” which won best news talk show.
• Favorites:
  • Music: “Les Miserables” musical Broadway soundtrack
  • Movie: “The Sound of Music”
  • TV Show: “CBS Sunday Morning”
  • Book: “The Poisonwood Bible” by Barbara Kingsolver

Kristine Sorensen Net Worth and Salary:

• As a news reporter and anchor at KDKA-TV, Kristine earns an estimated annual salary of $50,000 to $150,000. Her net worth is estimated to be around $1 million to $5 millions.

Is Kristine Sorensen Married

• Kristine is married to KDKA Radio host Marty Griffin.
• They have three children: two daughters named Sophia and Chloe, and a son named Vincent.

How Old Is Kristine Sorensen

Kristine Sorensen was born on September 23, 1971, which makes her 52 years old as of now. While specific details about her birthday celebrations are not publicly available, she likely celebrate this special day with her friends, family, and colleagues

Where Is Kristine Sorensen

•  Currently, She anchors the KDKA News at 5 p.m., delivering the latest news to viewers. Additionally, she contributes to special reports and Kidsburgh stories in partnership with Kidsburgh.org. These stories highlight positive aspects of our community for kids and families.
• Host of “Pittsburgh Today Live”: For 11 years, Kristine hosted “Pittsburgh Today Live” on KDKA, engaging with viewers on various topics. Follow her on Instagram.